36 GoodLifeFamilyMag.com JULY | AUGUST 2019 ByTriciaWhite | Managing Editor DARTABLE STAYCATION ADVENTURE Awaits! RED LINE DOWNTOWN PLANO STATION Staycation Scoop: When you think “Plano,” does “historic” come to mind? If not, you’re in for a pleasant surprise when you explore the city’s old downtown area, where turn-of-the-century build- ings mingle with ultra-modern additions. The area is packed with great restaurants, bars, and unique mom-and-pop shops. Where Tourists Go: The Interurban Railway Museum in Haggard Park offers a fascinating window into the not-so-distant past, when Plano and dozens of other Texas cities were linked by pas- senger rail. Afterward, keep the historic theme going with a stroll among the homes of the Haggard Park Historic District. What Locals Know: Just beyond Haggard Park lies Ye Ole Butcher Shop, known by locals for serving one of the best burgers in town. It offers lots of other (mostly meaty) dishes, too, of course. And once you’ve already indulged in a chili dog, you may as well follow with a fried pie. CITYLINE/BUSH STATION IN RICHARDSON Staycation Scoop: With more than 50 retail and restaurant op- tions, CityLine has a little of everything: a lengthy roster of restau- rants, inviting green spaces and streetscapes replete with public art. It’s a mix of downtown cool, “new urban,” and outdoorsy, and it provides great connections to hike-and-bike trails. Where Tourists Go: If you really want to do your “staycation” in style, get a cozy room at the Aloft Hotel and enjoy a little pamper- ing, just as you would on an “away-cation.” Even if you don’t stay the night, you can always stop in for live music any Wednesday evening. What Locals Know: Something’s always going on in the plaza. On July 8 and August 12, come by for Baby Boot Camp, a fitness and cardio program aimed at expectant moms, new moms, and su- permoms who’ve perfected their stroller technique. BLUE LINE WEST END STATION IN DALLAS Staycation Scoop: This station puts you within walking distance of some of Dallas’ popular attractions, including the Perot Muse- um of Nature and Science. The West End itself has plenty of din- ing and drinking options, and the nearby Main Street District has one of the more happening nightlife scenes around. The station is also served by the Red, Green, and Orange lines. Where Tourists Go: The Sixth Floor Museum has received kudos DARTable staycations let you live like a tourist on your home turf. They’re also opportunities to discover other parts of North Texas, including those local spots that truly make a neighborhood. So which DART rail line should you start with? Just pick one. They all lead to adventure.